Copernicus

Source
The course is mainly based on the Copernicus portal http://www.copernicus.eu/.
Ownership

Authors: This training module has been produced by ISPRA.

The material is provided under Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/).
Abstract

The module is addressed to listeners non technical professionals needing to have a comprehensive introduction to Copernicus aim and contents. It is of use to get a first view of the project, able to direct users to further readings and more operational training as needed.

It is a presentation module.

The module is a self-learning module.
Structure
  1. A view on Copernicus

    2. Copernicus introduction

  2. What Copernicus offers

    3. The Copernicus services

  3. What is Copernicus for

    4. The Copernicus applications:

    • Management of urban areas
    • Sustainable Dev. and Nature protection
    • Regional and local planning
    • Agriculture, forestry and fisheries
    • Health
    • Emergencies
    • Infrastructure, transport and mobility
    • Tourism
    • Copernicus for Regions
  4. Two standpoints

    5. The remote side

    The in-situ side

  5. Users’ benefits

    6. The user’s uptake

  6. Reference

    7. References, publications, news
Learning outcomes

After completion of the module, the learner will know the main issues of Copernicus and the characteristics and practical usability of its products. This should be of use in perspective to enlarge the platform of Copernicus users.
Intended Audience

Managers, Professionals.
Pre-requisites

None.
Language
English
Format
Power Point presentations The module is a self-learning module.
Expected workload
Approximately 8 hours